1975 Renault 5 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (91 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 5 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | 5 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2895 mm |
